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22 Jul 2026 at 15:06

Summary of the contracting process

EXCEED Academies Trust, based in Bradford, is seeking tenders for a comprehensive daily cleaning service across its locations. The contract spans three years, commencing on 13th February 2027, with potential extensions totaling two additional years. This initiative falls under the public authority category, specifically a sub-central government entity. The industry category is school cleaning services, reflecting a competitive yet selective procurement method. The procurement process, in the tender stage as of 22nd July 2026, follows a structured timeline with an expression of interest deadline on 24th August 2026 and an award announcement expected by 17th December 2026. Services are expected within the UKE4 region in the United Kingdom, with an estimated contract value reaching £11,226,000 gross.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for companies in the cleaning services industry, particularly those experienced in educational environments. Businesses capable of delivering consistent, value-driven cleaning solutions over a large geographical area would be well-positioned to bid competitively. Participants must submit a Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) initially, with only the highest-scoring five suppliers advancing to the Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage. The tender process aims to shortlist three top contenders, making it crucial for businesses to focus on quality and price competitiveness. Participation could enhance a company's portfolio in educational sector facilities management, solidifying partnerships in the public procurement sphere.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Exceed Academies Trust - Cleaning Services

Notice Description

Trust is currently out to tender for the provision of a full daily cleaning service. The contract is being offered for three years with the option to extend for a further two periods of 12 months. The contract commencement date is 13 February 2027. The contract is for a full daily cleaning service during term time and periodic cleaning outside of term time. TUPE is expected to apply, details of which can be found in the tender documentation. Some members of the cleaning team are members of the Local Government Pension Scheme and all details are in the tender documentation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of 3 years as well as the 2 optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d132
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069321-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90919300 - School cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,355,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£9,355,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Feb 2027 - 12 Feb 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
2028-07-22

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EXCEED ACADEMIES TRUST
Additional Buyers

MINERVA PROCUREMENT CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD5 9LQ
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ37 North Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLE4 West Yorkshire

Local Authority
Basingstoke and Deane
Electoral Ward
Norden
Westminster Constituency
Basingstoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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